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• Podcast Locked On Kings · 2 points · 4 h ago
  • Malik Monk missed the entire preseason and the opener, and he is still working back and lacks lift. He had 6 points on 3-of-8 shooting, missed all three of his threes and has not made a three this season. In the previous game he went 0 for 6 (hedged: "I believe"). at 29:24
  • The host hopes Malik Monk will look like himself in maybe two or three games. at 30:20

  “Zack LaVine GOT ANGRY, but it still wasn't enough to get the Kings over the hump for their first win” · listen ↗

• Podcast Numbers on the Board host · Relayed report · 39 h ago around the league

  Malik Monk missed the first game with left ankle soreness and tried to play yesterday; a host guesses the soreness may be lingering. Jordan Clarkson missed every shot (0 for 5).

  “20 Things We Have Learned So Far | Numbers On The Board” at 1:37:17 · listen ↗

  also reported by Underdog NBA (@UnderdogNBA)

• X James Ham (@James_HamNBA) · Report · Oct 23

  Malik Monk is listed as probable for tonight’s home opener, as reported last night. Good sign for the Kings.

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• ESPN ESPN · Report · Oct 22

  Monk (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against Portland.

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• Bluesky James Ham (@jameshamnba.bsky.social) · Report · Oct 21

  Kings injury report for Game 1: Dylan Cardwell (Left Calf Strain) - OUT, Malik Monk (Left Ankle Soreness) - QUESTIONABLE, Maxime Raynaud (Right Patella Subluxation) - OUT, Ben Simmons (Right Achilles Tendon Rupture/Tear) - OUT

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• Podcast Hardwood Knocks host · Relayed report · Oct 21 around the league

  A host says Malik Monk is 'I think' banged up now too.

  “2026-27 NBA Awards Predictions AND Wild Card Picks” at 36:55 · listen ↗

  also reported by Locked On Kings host

• Podcast Locked On Kings · 2 points · Oct 24
  • Malik Monk did not play in the opener, and Keegan Murray shot poorly in it. at 6:07
  • In his return Monk played 12 minutes and went 0 of 6, with his threes hitting the front rim. The host says he is not yet in NBA game shape and is not fully himself. at 31:07

  “Despite loss, Darius Acuff Jr. and Domantas Sabonis quiet the CHEMISTRY ISSUE chatter” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Kings · 3 points · Oct 23
  • James Ham: Malik Monk (ankle) went from questionable to doubtful to out for Wednesday's opener. The host takes this to mean he is getting closer. at 26:59
  • James Ham: The host says he saw Monk at practice today doing shootaround. He also mentions warmups before the Wednesday game and calls Monk 'super, super close.' at 27:10
  • James Ham: Host analysis: Monk is the floor general and backup point guard the second unit needs, as well as its first scoring option. His return would push everyone else down a spot in the pecking order. at 28:18

  “Can the Kings create MORE OPPORTUNITIES for Domantas Sabonis on the offensive end?” · listen ↗

• ESPN ESPN · Report · Oct 22

  Monk (ankle) won't play Wednesday versus the Clippers.

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• ESPN ESPN · Report · Oct 21

  Monk (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

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• Bluesky James Ham (@jameshamnba.bsky.social) · Report · Oct 21

  The latest on @lockedonkings.bsky.social -- 🏀 KINGS QUESTIONS: How much will the Ben Simmons injury impact rookie Darius Acuff Jr.? 🏀 Who is the fifth starter? 🏀 What is the deal with Malik Monk? youtu.be/J4-5phXGh_M?...

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• Podcast Locked On Kings · 7 points · Oct 21
  • James Ham: Host analysis: Domantas Sabonis might be the closest thing the Kings have to Simmons and to a second point guard, apart from the unavailable Malik Monk. at 8:58
  • James Ham: Host analysis: Christie has 'probably' been looking at De'Andre Hunter as a primary bench scorer, especially with Monk out. The host thinks a bench role might help Hunter find his game. at 17:32
  • James Ham: Malik Monk, described as the team's sixth man, still isn't cleared to play basketball. The host spoke to him on Monday. at 25:37
  • Malik Monk (quoted): In a played clip, Monk said the issue is his ankle, which he tweaked before training camp. He said it's hard to rest during camp and that he's getting better. at 26:15
  • Malik Monk (reported): Monk repeatedly said his return timeline is 'TBD'. He could not confirm the grade of the sprain. at 28:18
  • league source (reported): According to a league source, Monk has been dealing with a grade one ankle sprain. at 27:28
  • James Ham: The host says Monk's injury has lingered much longer than expected. There is zero clarity on whether Monk will be available for opening night, the opening week or the first three weeks. at 28:03

  “KINGS QUESTIONS: How much will the Ben Simmons injury impact rookie Darius Acuff Jr.?” · listen ↗

• Podcast Hardwood Knocks host · Opinion · Oct 19 around the league

  Dan would want Kings players who matter beyond this season, Acuff, Raynaud, Emanuel Sharp and Clifford, on the floor in close games. He asks how Doug Christie will balance veterans Sabonis, LaVine and Monk against development.

  “1 Big Question For Every NBA Teams In The Western Conference” at 1:04:09 · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Kings · 3 points · Oct 18
  • Malik Monk has not been playing and has not passed his physical because of a grade one ankle sprain. at 28:26
  • Host opinion: players play through grade one ankle sprains all season, and the fact that Monk isn't ready is on Monk, not the Kings. The Kings need him back on the court. at 28:36
  • The roster has seven first- and second-year players, only one of them a lottery pick. The host says the count is really 13 after the Simmons news and fewer if Monk can't pass the physical. at 30:33

  “Ben Simmons tears Achilles, handing Kings a CRUEL BLOW days before start of 2026-27 NBA season” · listen ↗

• ESPN ESPN · Report · Oct 16

  Monk (ankle) could miss time to begin the 2026-27 campaign, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

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• Bluesky James Ham (@jameshamnba.bsky.social) · Report · Oct 16

  Darius Acuff Jr., Zach LaVine, De'Andre Hunter, Ben Simmons, Domantas Sabonis and Precious Achiuwa are all available for tonight's game. Malik Monk, Dylan Cardwell and Maxime Raynaud are all out.

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• X James Ham (@James_HamNBA) · Report · Oct 16

  Kings availability for today: AVAILABILITY vs. SAN ANTONIO SPURS 10/16 Malik Monk: OUT Dylan Cardwell: OUT Max Raynaud: OUT

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• Podcast Locked On Kings · 5 points · Oct 16
  • Malik Monk, the veteran sixth man, has not yet appeared in a preseason game. He has an ankle sprain that has persisted. at 18:42
  • The Kings have a conditioning test every player must pass before playing. As of Thursday, the last time the host heard, Monk had not passed it, and he won't play until he does. The host says everyone else has passed. at 19:01
  • The host thinks Monk has been at practice and has been seen running a lot after practice to get into game shape. He thinks the ankle injury has dragged on longer than expected and may have happened before camp. at 19:35
  • The host asks whether Simmons's development and Sharp's play Emanuel Sharp have opened a door for Monk to fall out of the rotation, or into the doghouse. He says he doesn't think there has been any incident. at 20:05
  • The host expects everyone except Raynaud ("Max"), Cardwell and possibly Monk to be back for the October 21 season opener. He also says there is a chance they return against the Spurs. at 23:46

  “Kings set to finish preseason schedule, will we see the STARTING FIVE or more injuries?” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Kings · 3 points · Oct 14
  • Malik Monk has not played in any of the four preseason games. The host says he led the team last season at 39.5% from three. No reason for the absence is given. at 11:22
  • The host wonders when Monk will be healthy and whether something more is going on. This is his speculation; no injury was stated. at 24:25
  • Host analysis: Tristen Newton is a dynamic scorer, but whether he can defend at the NBA level is a big question mark. The host compares his attacking style to Malik Monk and sees him as a potential 'lightning rod' off the bench. at 23:50

  “Have the Sacramento Kings made DEFENSIVE STRIDES during the preseason?” · listen ↗

• Podcast Locked On Kings · 3 points · Oct 13
  • Kings basketball communications staff (reported): Per the Kings' basketball communications staff on Monday, Malik Monk has not yet made his preseason debut and is working back into shape after ankle soreness in camp. He practiced Monday but is not expected to play against the Blazers. at 25:00
  • Doug Christie (quoted): Asked whether Monk's absence opens a rotation spot for Emanuel Sharp, Christie said he hopes to get Monk back but "we're going to play who's on the floor." at 25:52
  • James Ham: The host says Emanuel Sharp has been incredibly impressive as a defender, and that the team has to look at other players if Monk can't get on the floor. at 26:07

  “Is Ben Simmons an OPENING NIGHT STARTER for the Sacramento Kings?” · listen ↗

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